NORTHERN Ireland Schools Under 18 Managers Conor Marlin and Frankie Wilson have named a squad of 18 players for their opening game in the Inspiresport Centenary Shield against England at Eastleigh FC on Friday 6 March, kick-off 7.00pm.

One of the biggest events in school sports takes place at Mallusk Playing Fields next Wednesday 26th February when the Northern Ireland Schools Football Association hosts the Inspiresport Quarter Finals Football Festival Day.